NBA Free Agency 2012: Ranking Best Bargains Still Available on the Open Market

If you're worried your favorite NBA team has run out of free-agent options, it's not too late.

Well, not entirely anyway.

The big names are all spoken for, but there's still some good value left on the market. From veteran role players to guys still trying to find their way, there's some solid talent for general managers still looking to make frugal acquisitions.

That's good news for taxpaying contenders or organizations otherwise attempting to preserve long-term cap flexibility.

There isn't a franchise out there that doesn't like a good deal.

Here are the best 10 remaining free-agent options who won't break the bank.

10. Derek Fisher

Derek Fisher's days as a starting point guard are long gone, but he can still provide some valuable contributions to either a contender or a young team in need of guidance.

The 37-year-old can still hit some timely three-pointers, and it certainly doesn't hurt to have a veteran with championship experience leading the second unit.

More importantly, though, Fisher approximates a modern-day "player-coach" thanks to his consummate professionalism, team-first attitude and locker-room presence.

It wouldn't be surprising to see Fisher sign on with a team like the Miami Heat for the veteran's minimum salary. He's still got something left in the tank.

9. Michael Redd

No, Michael Redd is no longer the prolific scorer who made a name for himself with the Milwaukee Bucks.

But that's precisely why he's a bargain.

The 32-year-old sharpshooter quietly furthered his comeback effort with the Phoenix Suns last season, taking an important step forward after injuries derailed his promising career. He averaged over eight points in just 15 minutes per game, but his shooting still isn't nearly as consistent as it should be.

Nevertheless, Redd will find a home with a club that needs some additional depth or is otherwise looking for a temporary solution due to injuries.

8. Kenyon Martin

Kenyon Martin's declining athletic ability makes it unlikely he'll sign on as a starter at this point, but he shouldn't have any trouble finding a job.

He's still an energetic defender who can guard the post and step out to contest the increasingly prevalent use of spread 4s. For a club looking to add some defensive intensity to its bench, Martin brings a lot to the table.

A return to the Nets might make some sense for Martin. The team is poised to contend in the Eastern Conference, and a legitimate backup for Kris Humphries certainly wouldn't hurt.

If Martin wants a more significant role, he may have to settle for a club that's just trying to make the playoffs. Either way, he should be available for just a portion of the mid-level exception.

7. Josh Howard

Josh Howard has never been much of a three-point shooter, and his slashing ability has declined as he's lost a step over the years.

Nevertheless, his touch from mid-range showed a few signs of life last season with the Utah Jazz, and he's got the length and lateral quickness to remain a solid perimeter defender. Those assets alone should earn him some minutes with a team looking for cheap bench help.

The 32-year-old may struggle to find a consistent spot in a rotation, but he did manage to play 23 minutes a game for the Jazz.

If nothing else, he could serve as insurance for a team that's thin on the wing. The Minnesota Timberwolves come to mind.

6. Willie Green

Willie Green didn't see as much playing time with the Atlanta Hawks last season as he had previously with the Philadelphia 76ers and New Orleans Hornets, but he did see a marked increase in his shooting efficiency.

It was especially noticeable from beyond the arc, and that could make him one of the more sought-after guards left on the market.

Unfortunately, Green remains pretty one-dimensional. He's not a bad defender, but he doesn't have the size to handle most shooting guards. Worse yet, his offense is little more than jump-shooting at this point, and he's never been much of a passer.

Green won't qualify as a missing piece for most teams, but he'll improve a team's depth all the same.

5. Carlos Delfino

Carlos Delfino has spent the last three years with the Milwaukee Bucks, but he may be on the move given the team's depth on the wing.

He may be the best spot-up long-range shooter left on the market, and that's sure to find him a gig. The 29-year-old Argentinian will also rebound and play some solid defense. He's averaged more than a steal per contest in each of his last three campaigns.

It could be difficult to find a perfect fit, though.

He's become accustomed to playing around 30 minutes a game for Milwaukee, and most teams would probably play him closer to 20.

If he can adjust to a more limited role, he wouldn't be a bad pickup for around $3 million a year. He made just $3.5 million last season, and it's hard to imagine a significant pay raise.

4. Matt Barnes

Matt Barnes won't earn very high marks for his scoring ability, but he's a solid role player who won't cost much.

His calling card is energetic defense and the willingness to fight for rebounds, and he's still athletic enough to run the floor and make the most of his hustle. Perhaps most importantly, he's a smart player who won't take many bad shots.

That won't be enough to win a starting job, but it makes him the perfect candidate to back up a team's small forward.

It was enough to earn nearly 23 minutes a game with the Los Angeles Lakers last season, so he should find a similar role before too long.

3. C.J. Miles

C.J. Miles doesn't have an especially well-recognized name, but seven seasons with the Utah Jazz will do that.

There's reportedly a chance he'll wind up with the Cleveland Cavaliers, and he'd be well worth the risk. While his efficiency has steadily declined over the last three years, he's a capable scorer, and he's only 25.

Chances are he can right the ship before it's too late.

With some improved decision-making and his refinements to an already versatile offensive game, the 6'6" swingman has the potential to be a very solid sixth man in this league.

2. Leandro Barbosa

Leandro Barbosa made $7.6 million last season, but he won't rake in anything close to that on his next deal.

It's become abundantly clear that he's a sixth man at best, if not an even more limited role player. 

The 29-year-old combo guard can still do some good things. Most notably, he can really accelerate in the open court, and he's got a knack for pulling up and hitting long-range bombs off the dribble. For a team that needs a spark off the bench, this Brazilian will do the trick.

1. Carl Landry

Carl Landry has neither the size nor defensive instincts to excel as a full-time power forward in the NBA.

Don't let his inflated $8.5 million deal with the New Orleans Hornets last year fool you. He's worth maybe half of that.

That said, on the offensive side of the ball, Landry is extremely effective. He can shoot from mid-range, and he knows how to mix it up in the paint despite frequently having to face taller opposition. It's no mistake that he made more than 50 percent of his field-goal attempts last season and ended up with an 18.31 player efficiency rating.

Still, he's not an especially good rebounder, and he won't bring much to the table defensively.

That means he's best suited to play a sixth-man role or otherwise help out a team that badly needs some scoring.